In terms of speaking up loudly, I mentioned that there is debate amongst Republicans in Congress about whether to do some of the worst things. They are struggling with budget reconciliation because Susan Collins and others know it would decimate Medicaid and other essential services, and they'll face blowback. And I, you know, certainly if I were mayor, I would be doing everything I could recognizing Trump's not going to listen to me. (36:31–36:39)
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Asserts that certain Republicans, including Susan Collins, are aware that budget reconciliation could harm Medicaid and essential services.
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